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West of the West – coastal Monterey
Including a preview of California’s soon-to-be newest AVA, Carmel Coast. Part three of a six-part tour of California’s westernmost vineyards. Above, the vineyard of one of those Carmel Coast estates...
Patrick Comiskey
• 10 min read
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Volcanic wines of the Americas
A tour of just a few of the many volcanic hot spots that line the west coast of the Americas. Some very fine wines from here were tasted during the...
Tara Q Thomas
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Nineteen standouts from the last month of tastings, from Argentina to Wales and many places in between. Two wines from...
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Highlights from the Loire and Côte d'Or, alongside old favourites and newer names from the West Coast. The team at...
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An Italianate white that feels like it was made to go with all of spring's bounty. From $25, £21.25. Above...
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A look back – and forward – at one of Sonoma's most respected, conscientious winemakers. One of California’s most thoughtful...
Wine news in 5
Plus, more changes at the Duckhorn Portfolio, and an update on 2024 bordeaux en primeur. Above, Château Cheval Blanc. Hi...
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Why blends reign supreme in Paso, and how to figure out what the wine in the bottle might taste like...
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If you want to understand what each grape variety brings to a Rhône blend, try heading to Paso. Above, Sadie...
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Don't miss these 20 standouts from our wine reviews published in the last month.
Tara writes As Jancis pointed out...
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A half-century celebration inspired a deep dive into California's grape speciality. A slightly shorter version of this article is published...
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Zinfandel proves its worth, and the longevity of both wines and vines. See also Zinfandel – California's other red. Above...
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A round-up of some of the best wines we tasted in January. Every week, our team tastes dozens or even...
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After decades of false starts, Italian grape varieties are gaining traction in California. Above, Sam Bilbro of Idlewild Wines (p...
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The most extensive tasting report on California Chenin Blanc ever. Above, a cluster of Chenin Blanc from Williams Selyem’s Vista...
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More evidence of the changing wine scene in the Golden State, largely from a section of this cemetery. From $29...
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No variety offers such a rich diversity of styles as Zinfandel. Sam offers some guidance to finding the styles that...
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Wines from Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Argentina and the US in the spotlight. Pictured above is Jean Smit –...
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